Amol Rajan warns BBC is 'screwed' unless licence fee is replaced
University Challenge host Amol Rajan has warned the BBC is 'screwed' unless its licence fee funding model is replaced, saying finances are 'much worse than people realise'.
Category : Politics
Labour wins key Wandsworth by-election amid tax row
Labour won the Trinity ward by-election in Wandsworth, where the council faces the country's largest ever council tax rises. The Conservatives remain the largest party on the council by a single seat.
Trump 'not concerned at all' about Putin attacking NATO
Donald Trump says he is 'not concerned... at all' about Russia attacking NATO, insisting Putin 'is not going to be attacking a NATO territory'.
Swinney publishes indyref2 bill as Westminster standoff looms
John Swinney has published a draft indyref2 bill, repeating the 2014 question, as Prime Minister Andy Burnham flatly rejects calls for another referendum.
Burnham backs Ukraine but Britain unprepared for war risks
Andy Burnham has pledged 100% support for Ukraine, but Britain faces serious risks of Russian retaliation, including cyber-attacks and sabotage, with the military underfunded.
Daily Star Readers: Putin Threats, Rugby League, and More
Daily Star readers share views on Putin's threats to Britain, tributes to Sir Billy Boston and Dolly Parton, and other topics in Text Maniacs.
Trump signs order to rename Lake Ontario 'Lake America'
President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the Interior Department to rename Lake Ontario as 'Lake America' in the US geographic naming service, escalating tensions with Canada amid a trade war.
Andy Burnham Backs Proportional Representation for UK Elections
Andy Burnham calls for UK electoral reform to proportional representation, arguing the current system is unfair and outdated. He urges cross-party support for change.
Afternoon Update: Friday's Key News and Developments
Friday's afternoon update covers major national stories, including political developments, economic news, and community impacts, with expert analysis and key quotes.
Reform UK would win most seats, mega poll suggests
A new Survation mega poll of over 10,000 people suggests Reform UK would win 227 seats, making it the largest party in a hung parliament.
ICAC hears Perrottet plotted downfall of minister Elliott
ICAC heard former NSW premier Charles Perrottet plotted to undermine minister David Elliott, leading to his removal from cabinet.
Burnham's Labour: same old class warriors, says Blackburn
Andy Burnham's Labour is a dishonest, spiteful band of class warriors motivated by envy who will crash the economy, says Virginia Blackburn.
White feather shaming and tribunals await WW3 conscription refusers
If World War 3 breaks out, Britons refusing conscription could face public shaming with white feathers and court tribunals, as in past conflicts.
Labour stuns Reform in Merseyside by-election as Burnham bounce kicks in
Labour has won the Billinge and Seneley Green by-election in St Helens, taking the seat back from Reform UK less than four months after losing it in the May local elections.
Guardian Australia Launches Free Daily Politics Newsletter
The Guardian Australia introduces a free daily politics newsletter, 'Politics Really', offering top stories, analysis, and commentary on Australian politics.
Harry and Meghan's UK Return Sparks Climate Hypocrisy Row
Harry and Meghan have landed in the UK to start a new chapter, but their growing property portfolio and frequent flights raise questions about their climate messaging.
Australia Refugee Intake Cut Called Cruel Populism
Australia's refugee intake cut has been condemned as cruel populism, with advocates warning the reduction will harm vulnerable people and damage the nation's reputation.
One Nation NSW leader Mike Newman to run in Cessnock
One Nation NSW leader Mike Newman will contest the seat of Cessnock at the next state election, the party has confirmed.
Reform UK wins Newcastle by-election amid Lib Dem surge
Reform UK's Martin Evison won the Throckley, Walbottle and Newburn by-election, holding off a strong Lib Dem challenge to keep the party as the city's second largest.
Newcastle by-election results in full for Throckley ward
Voters in Throckley, Walbottle and Newburn chose a new councillor after Reform UK's Amy Hunter resigned. Full results are now in.
Burnham border poll remark sparks political row
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has sparked a political row during his first visit to Northern Ireland after stating that an Irish border poll is 'off the table'.
Morning Mail: Friday's top stories and key updates
Friday's Morning Mail covers the day's top stories, including key political, economic, and social developments across Australia and beyond.
Newcastle by-election: Live updates from Throckley, Walbottle and Newburn
Voters in Newcastle's Throckley, Walbottle and Newburn ward went to the polls for a by-election triggered by Reform UK's Amy Hunter resigning. Follow the live count updates.
Labour asylum crackdown shows progress but job far from done
Asylum hotel numbers halve in a year as Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood says the Government is 'restoring control', but Channel crossings remain too high and more work is needed.
Prince Harry security case under new Home Office review
The Home Office is actively assessing Prince Harry's security case again after his family returned to the UK for an extended stay, reports claim.
Florida Grand Jury: DeSantis Admin Misused Medicaid Funds
A Florida grand jury found the DeSantis administration misappropriated Medicaid funds, prompting calls for investigation and potential legal action.
Democrats Probe Trump Jr. Over 1798 Capital Deal
Congressional Democrats have launched an investigation into Donald Trump Jr.'s business dealings with 1798 Capital, a firm linked to foreign investors.
Burnham seeks to move forward on Stormont budget crisis
Prime Minister Andy Burnham, on his first visit to Northern Ireland, said he wants to help solve Stormont's budget crisis but is in 'listening mode', offering no immediate cash injection.
Ossoff Slams Collins Over Ex-Staffer's Racist Posts
Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff calls reports of a former Collins aide's KKK and swastika posts 'disgraceful and disqualifying,' demanding a press conference and release of communications.
UEFA plans criminal complaint against FIFA over Infantino
UEFA is preparing a criminal complaint against FIFA, targeting president Gianni Infantino, over governance concerns, sources say.
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